Canopy’s Nicole Rycroft: fiber industry in need of “bold environmental change”
Replacing plastic packaging in favor of fiber-based alternatives is putting pressure on the world’s endangered forests
Nicole Rycroft, the Founder and Executive director of Canopy, a not-for-profit organization, promotes bold environmental initiatives to safeguard forests, fostering partnerships with luxury brands and suppliers for sustainable solutions.
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